Job Title

Lease Analyst

 

 

Job Description Summary

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to develop your career within lease administration, property finance, portfolio management, and commercial real estate. Working alongside experienced Lease Managers and Transaction Managers, you'll play a critical role in managing lease data, financial obligations, lease compliance, and property portfolio administration across a national government portfolio.

 

 

Job Description

We welcome applications from candidates located in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra

Essential Requirements

✅ Australian Citizenship is mandatory.

✅ Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance is essential.

✅ Strong administrative, financial, and data management capability.

✅ Ability to manage confidential information and work within compliance-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lease Administration & Data Management

• Maintain lease databases and portfolio records, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Upload and manage lease documentation and associated records.
• Update lease obligations, critical dates, security deposits, and insurance registers.
• Calculate and verify CPI rent reviews and lease escalations.
• Track lease compliance requirements and maintain document registers.
• Monitor lease file completeness and support audit activities.

Financial & Invoice Management

• Review rental statements and invoices for accuracy and lease compliance.
• Support CAM, operating expense, tax, insurance, and rent reconciliation reviews.
• Generate funding requests and process purchase orders as required.
• Analyse and resolve landlord payment inquiries and discrepancies.
• Prepare workflows for payment adjustments and lease-related financial transactions.
• Assist with annual client budget preparation and forecasting activities.

Lease & Portfolio Support

• Review lease provisions including rental reviews, market reviews, options, and renewals.
• Prepare lease summaries and critical lease information for stakeholders.
• Support lease expiry and end-of-lease reconciliation processes.
• Review revenue rent rolls and identify exceptions and variances.
• Assist with tenant and sub-tenant administration activities.

Transaction Management Support

• Assist with new site acquisition and renewal documentation.
• Prepare market briefs and supporting property documentation.
• Support market reviews, lease renewals, and option exercises.
• Compile market evidence and Heads of Agreement documentation.
• Coordinate with Facilities Management and Project teams regarding ongoing occupancy requirements.

About You

You are organised, analytical, and thrive in a detail-focused environment. You enjoy working with financial data, lease documentation, and stakeholders to ensure accurate outcomes and effective portfolio management.

You'll Bring

• Experience in Lease Administration, Property Administration, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Property Finance, or Commercial Real Estate.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise competing deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Confidence working with lease documents, contracts, invoices, and financial records.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel and systems management skills.
• A customer-focused approach and commitment to service excellence.

Desired Experience

• 2+ years' experience in lease administration, property operations, finance, accounts administration, or a similar field.
• Experience working with property, lease, financial, or real estate databases.
• Exposure to corporate real estate, facilities management, occupier services, or portfolio management environments is highly regarded.
• Experience working in a complex corporate or government-related environment will be advantageous.

Why Join Cushman & Wakefield?

• Work on a prestigious Whole of Australian Government (WoAG) account.
• Be part of a globally recognised real estate and property services leader.
• Gain exposure to complex national property portfolios.
• Join a supportive team that encourages professional growth and career development.
• Access ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture where your contribution is valued.
• Clear pathways into Lease Management, Transaction Management, Portfolio Management, and broader Property Services careers.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the anticipated volume of applications.

 

 

 

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.

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